| Linguine with Shrimp ~ Shrimp is high in protein a lends itself well to the al dente linguine. Buying canned and precooked can save on time. 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped ½ lb cooked Roma tomatoes chopped or 8 oz canned Roma tomatoes 1 tsp orégano, dried crushed leaf type ~ fresh use 2 tbsp 1 lb cooked shrimp ¾ cup fresh basil chopped ½ lb Feta cheese ~ (if you're watching calories use fat-free Feta) ½ lb linguine salt & pepper to taste 1. Boil salted water. Cook linguine according to package directions or until al dente. 2. Over medium-high heat, sauté garlic and onions in olive oil for about 3-4 minutes. Add cooked shrimp; cook an additional 2 minutes. 3. Remove shrimp from pan (try to leave as much of the onion & garlic as you can). Add cooked or canned Roma tomatoes to the pan; stir and bring to a boil then reduce heat. Add shrimp, orégano, basil and salt and pepper to taste. Allow to simmer for 4-5 minutes. 4. Pour sauce over cooked linguine and toss. Top with crumbled feta cheese. Serves 6-8 |
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